Florida principal fired after controversial Holocaust comments could be rehired this week

A high school principal in Florida who was fired after he told a student’s mother “not everyone believes the Holocaust happened” may be rehired, according to a report.

12-year-old college student, planning to major in aerospace engineering

12-year-old Caleb Anderson is a sophomore at Chattahoochee Technical College. He's expected to graduate college by 14.He said he wants to be an astronaut.

Student tests positive for COVID-19 after inaccurate bus seating chart prevents proper contact tracing

Contact tracing is a key tool to help slow the spread of COVID-19. Contact tracers let someone know they need to quarantine after having close contact with a person who tests positive.

CDC: COVID-19 cases among young adults increased in US by 55% in 1 month

A study conducted from data collected by the CDC found that COVID-19 cases among people aged 18-22 increased 55% in just one month.

Crisis Alert security system rolled out at Hillsborough County schools

When it comes to school security, every second matters -- a point that was emphasized at lest four times Monday during an announcement about Hillsborough County schools' new Crisis Alert security system.

Beloved teacher, announcer, veteran remembered at Armwood High School

For years, you could count on the voice of the Hawks at football games in Seffner: Mr. Bruce Burnham, a former Armwood High School teacher and coach. He called the games until his retirement.

Struggling students get extra help on Saturdays

The Hillsborough County School District's Saturday Academy, a way for students who may have fallen behind during the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic to catch up. 

Mural artist helps students in St. Pete create mural with lasting impact

Mural artist Ya La'Ford is helping Mt. Zion Christian Academy students create memories for themselves and the community that will last a lifetime.

Washington high school student kicked out of Zoom class over pro-Trump flag, parents claim

A Washington state high school student was allegedly kicked out of a Zoom class for displaying a pro-Trump flag on the wall despite warnings from the teacher to take it down, according to a Tuesday report.

DeSantis pushes back at 'draconian' university policies regarding college parties

Gov. Ron DeSantis thinks students who attend Florida’s 12 state universities should be able to socialize without worrying about getting thrown out of school.

Florida Board of Education meeting at Holocaust Museum after survey shows lack of Holocaust knowledge

The Florida Board of Education is meeting Wednesday at the Florida Holocaust Museum in St. Pete.  It will be its second in-person meeting since the start of the pandemic. Budget cuts and student safety are up for discussion, but also making sure Holocaust education is a priority this school year.  An alarming national survey found 63% of adults under 40 do not know that six million Jews were murdered during the Holocaust -- the world’s worst genocide.  RELATED: 'Shocking' lack of Holocaust knowledge among younger Floridians, survey finds

Hillsborough teachers, students plan protest as school board meets to discuss budget cuts

Hillsborough County school board members heard from a literal chorus of protesters as they met to discuss budget cuts and shortfalls Tuesday. Chorus students and teachers from across the district sang outside the meeting to try to convince board members and district officials that the arts are worth saving. 

Despite pandemic, Bradenton students collect necessities for hurricane victims

Sitting outside Electa Lee Magnet Middle School, you can't miss the white trailer with "changing the future through leadership and innovation" printed on the side.

Hillsborough County braces for widespread layoffs in school district due to budget crunch

Rumors and speculation over district layoffs have swirled ever since Hillsborough County Superintendent Addison Davis announced looming staff cuts last week. Over the weekend, Davis attempted to allay parents' anxieties over staff cuts, instead he may have stoked them.

Hillsborough County schools offering free meals to students

Free meals will be available to students in Hillsborough County -- whether they are learning in-person or online.